Here are five Richmond events taking place Friday, Nov. 13 through Sunday, Nov. 15.
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Richmond has a mix of performances and family-friendly activities scheduled from Friday, Nov. 13 to Sunday, Nov. 15.
On Friday evening, Yes And-Vember Richmond Improv Theatre Society will present an evening of completely unscripted comedy at the Richmond Arts Centre (7700 Minoru Gate). Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the show runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m.; parking is free and tickets are available through Eventbrite. The event description notes that Grey Matters, Hooligans in the Park, and The Home of Sapiens will each deliver different styles of improv. Refunds are available up to three days before the event.
Also on Friday and Saturday, Gateway Theatre (6500 Gilbert Rd.) hosts Songs for a New World, featuring Jason Robert Brown’s song cycle as a concert in the historic Minoru Chapel. Performances are scheduled for Friday, Nov. 13 and Saturday, Nov. 14 at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., with a listed price of $40. The event is described as being for youth, adults and seniors, and the site is accessible.
Saturday brings the ANAF Unit 284 Steveston annual Christmas Craft Fair at ANAF Unit 284 (105–11900 No. 1 Rd.). The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes more than 20 vendors selling Christmas gifts, crafts, jewellery and homemade treats. Admission is free, according to the event listing.
Science World’s STEAM Quest Discovery Session is set for Saturday, Nov. 14 at West Richmond Community Centre (9180 No. 1 Rd.). The interactive session is part of Science World’s “On the Road” program and is described as involving demonstrations and hands-on activities for adults and children, with adult participation required. The listing says both children and adults must register, and the session is for children aged 12 and under. The event runs from 2:30 to 4 p.m., with a listed price of $18.90; bookings are available through the My Richmond portal using ID:00568402.
For chess lovers, the Richmond Public Library Brighouse branch (7700 Minoru Gate #100) hosts Chess for Fun on Sunday, Nov. 15 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Beginners and experienced players are welcome, and participants can bring their own board, pieces or clock, though the listing says supplies will be available on site. Spectators are welcome, and the program is presented in partnership with the Richmond Chess Club.
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